Account Manager, Life Sciences Jobs

Explore Account Manager roles serving organizations across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics, and healthcare technology. These professionals build lasting client relationships, understand complex business needs, and connect customers with products and services that support research, clinical care, and commercial growth. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does an Account Manager in Life Sciences Do?

Life sciences account managers oversee customer relationships and help clients get value from specialized products, services, or solutions. Responsibilities may include managing strategic accounts, identifying customer needs, coordinating product demonstrations, supporting renewals, developing account plans, and working with sales, scientific, technical, and customer success teams. Depending on the employer, the role may focus on hospitals, laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, research institutions, or distributors.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for consultative selling, account planning, negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills. Familiarity with life sciences markets, regulated environments, clinical or laboratory workflows, and complex purchasing processes can be valuable. Some roles require experience in a specific product area, such as diagnostics, laboratory equipment, biopharma services, or medical technology. A degree in business, biology, life sciences, or a related field may be preferred, alongside a record of meeting revenue or retention goals.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Account Manager, Life Sciences positions range from managing a defined territory to leading relationships with large, strategic customers. With experience, professionals may advance into senior account management, strategic accounts, sales leadership, business development, or commercial operations. Compensation varies by employer, location, specialization, and level of responsibility; featured Ladders jobs meet the site’s $100,000-and-above salary threshold.

Find Account Manager, Life Sciences Jobs on Ladders

Search vetted openings and compare roles by location, employer, and specialization. Review each listing for salary details, account scope, required industry experience, and travel expectations to identify opportunities aligned with your background and career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by delivering expert medical information support to healthcare professionals, ensuring safe product use through timely, evidence-based responses and effective communication across mul...

Overland Park, KSRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $195K *

Champion the future of clinical science by leading trial design, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure compliance with GCP and drive innovative solutions in rare disease research...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to drive customer engagement and growth within key transportation accounts. Leverage strong relationships and strategic planning to enhance profitability and ensure customer satisf...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in life sciences strategy execution, driving growth through market engagement and strategic partnerships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product relevance and visib...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving growth in enterprise sales for cloud-based HR solutions. Collaborate with internal partners to exceed revenue goals while fostering strong client relationships...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $215K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$164K - $213K *

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$325K - $440K *

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Thousand Oaks, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $193K *

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Draper, UTRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $220K *

Empower healthcare outcomes by managing key accounts within transplant centers. Collaborate cross-functionally to create strategic plans, drive product access, and achieve sales objectives, ensuring a...

Minnesota, USRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive growth by managing key global consulting accounts, fostering relationships, and achieving ambitious sales targets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to convert project usage into long-term...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

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Tomball, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

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New York City, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Champion innovative sales strategies to drive new business growth and client acquisition, focusing on enterprise-level solutions in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with cross-functional t...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $140K *

Drive operational excellence in commercial readiness and support cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution of launch strategies and operational priorities in a dynamic biotech environment...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$274K - $371K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $206K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

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Chicago, ILRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Drive project success as a Global Lead Project Manager, overseeing cross-functional teams to ensure timely, quality delivery of clinical trials while managing customer expectations and financial stewa...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative eDiscovery solutions by managing complex projects, collaborating with legal teams, and mentoring staff. Ensure quality deliverables while exceeding client expectations through exper...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a dynamic leadership role, directing a skilled sales team to enhance vaccine adoption and drive revenue growth across the New York and New Jersey markets, while fostering strong...

Newark, NJRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $110K *

Elevate your career by partnering with enterprise-level prospects, leveraging your consultative selling skills to drive revenue growth and navigate complex procurement processes for transformative dig...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $181K *

Lead the charge in executing systems engineering activities across R&D, cloud, and AI platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure seamless integration, compliance, and operational excellence in...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Account Manager, Life Sciences do?question toggle

    An Account Manager in Life Sciences manages customer relationships and helps clients use relevant products or services. Typical duties include account planning, understanding customer needs, coordinating internal resources, supporting renewals, and identifying opportunities for growth.

  • What industries hire life sciences account managers?question toggle

    Employers include biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, medical device and diagnostics businesses, laboratory suppliers, healthcare technology firms, research organizations, and life sciences service providers.

  • What qualifications are common for Account Manager, Life Sciences jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often value customer-facing sales or account management experience, knowledge of life sciences markets, strong communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage complex accounts. Some positions prefer a degree in business, biology, life sciences, or a related discipline.

  • How much do Account Manager, Life Sciences jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay depends on the employer, location, experience, specialization, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more; consult individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can I find vetted Account Manager, Life Sciences jobs?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted Account Manager, Life Sciences openings paying $100,000 or more, and review each listing for role requirements, location, compensation, and travel expectations.